Review Vacancy
AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of
Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $66951 to $85138 Annually
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Duties Description The Graphic Designer 2 position is located within the Public Affairs Bureau of the Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP) located in Albany Office. The Graphic Designer 2 reports directly to the Director of Public Information (NS) for the agency. The Public Affairs Bureau (PAB) reports to the Commissioner of OPRHP.
Under the general supervision of the Director of Marketing, the Graphic Designer 2 is responsible for developing a wide range of graphics, publications and digital content and conducts duties and responsibilities with a good deal of independence. The position is responsible for the following.
• Act as a lead designer for the agency
• Work across the agency to provide clear and consistent brand identity and branding guidelines
Provide technical guidance and consultation to park staff in such matters as the most effective use of color, illustrations, layout, production, methods of presentation, and cost
• Produce and edit visual promotional materials for the agency’s properties and programs to be used with the general public as well as to specific targeted audiences and regional communities
• Participate in planning and development of a broad range of multimedia products to support the agency’s programs and initiatives in collaboration with other Public Affairs Bureau (PAB) staff and with input from agency program staff (bureau heads and program experts)
• Work together with agency program staff to confirm facts and accuracy of illustrative or visual material released by the PAB to the public
• Collaborate with PAB staff in developing and planning public service announcements and videos
• Partner with agency PAB, program, and information technology staff to enhance the design and functions available to the public on the OPRHP website and intranet
• Advise and support agency program and IT staff on appropriate illustrations and videos to enhance OPRHP web content.
• Assist in planning marketing and promotional campaigns for the agency to cultivate new visitors; and target efforts to drive visitors to underutilized properties and/or off-peak times (i.e. mid-week)
• Design and prepare artistic/pictorial/illustration graphic material for use in various agency publications and media releases: website content, press releases, reports, power point presentations, slide shows, videos and exhibits
• Produce publications and artwork for promotional, informational, and educational use for New York State Parks and Historic Sites properties, the State Council of Parks, Natural Heritage Trust, as well as individual parks, regions and bureaus
• Create brochures, annual reports, fund-raising materials and other publications for the agency programs and initiatives
• Establish and maintain relationships with other OPRHP bureaus and outside OPRHP marketing entities including other state government agencies and tourism professionals regarding public information media issues and projects.
• Develop signage/interpretive panels for special projects, events, and initiatives
• Work with vendors to procure select printing and production services
• Manage time and workload efficiently to stay on task and timeline
• Communicate effectively to key stakeholders, including the public information officer and director of marketing
• Have knowledge and awareness of key accessibility standards for print and digital
• Collaborate effectively with marketing and public affairs specialists on agencywide projects
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in an art or design field such as art, drawing,
painting, illustration, digital design, or interactive media and two years of experience; or an associate’s degree in the same fields and four years of experience.
Additional Comments BENEFITS:
The NYS Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation offers a generous benefits package that includes but is not limited to:
Paid Time Off:
• 44 days - 13 Vacation days, 13 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13 Holidays.
• Three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional development.
Health Care Benefits:
• Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs.
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost.
Additional Benefits:
• New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership
• NYS Deferred Compensation
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Paid Parental / Family Leave
To learn more about our benefits, visit: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/benefits.aspx.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address employment@parks.ny.gov
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Notes on ApplyingPlease be advised that New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation does not use E-Verify and does not offer sponsorship for employment visas statuses (i.e.H-1B, Self-Sponsorship, STEP OPT). Candidates sponsored for employment by an organization should be aware of their sponsorship status and the relevant expiration date(s) of that sponsorship before applying to this position.
All candidates must submit a written resume and cover letter which clearly demonstrates how they meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Please submit your resume and cover letter as a Word or PDF attachment. We are unable to open documents from Google Docs, Google Drive, OneDrive, Apple Pages, and/or “the cloud”.
All candidates must submit a written resume and cover letter and a copy of their college transcripts for the position. These documents must be received by June 29th, 2026, and submitted via email to employment@parks.ny.gov
You must include "Graphic Designer 2" and the Vacancy ID number in the subject line of your email. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for the position.
Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to ensuring equal opportunity for persons with disabilities and workplace diversity.
New York State (NYS) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic violence victim status, carrier status, gender identity or prior conviction records, or prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications or sealed records unless based on a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.
Executive Order 31 commits New York State government to becoming a model employer for people with disabilities, increasing the participation of people with disabilities in state service and ensuring equal access to opportunities. OPRHP encourages people with disabilities to apply. If an employee or job applicant believes that they need a reasonable accommodation, they should contact the Equal Opportunity Unit at ReasonableAccommodation@parks.ny.gov or (518) 486-7754.